Perugia Reacts to Filming of Amanda Knox Series

The filming of a Hulu series about Amanda Knox in Perugia has sparked outrage among locals, with banners demanding 'Respect for Meredith' displayed to protest the production. The series, titled 'Blue Moon', focuses on Knox's journey to clear her name after being initially convicted and later acquitted of the murder of her roommate Meredith Kercher in 2007. Perugia's Mayor Vittoria Ferdinandi issued an apology to residents, acknowledging the pain the filming has caused and explaining that allowing the scenes to be shot locally provided more control over the portrayal. The controversy highlights the ongoing struggle of Perugia to move past its association with the high-profile murder case. Despite the backlash, the production continues, with Knox and Monica Lewinsky as executive producers of the series. The Kercher family has expressed difficulty in understanding the purpose of the series, reflecting the sensitive nature of revisiting the case.